Meet the Team at Finger Lakes Dental at Henrietta

Daphine

Office Manager

Daphine began her dental career in 2006 as a New York State licensed dental assistant after graduating from Monroe Community College. She later joined the Finger Lakes Dental Care team as office manager, where she continues to grow in her role. Daphine is passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring a positive experience for every patient.

Outside of work, Daphine enjoys spending quality time with her family and participating in horse shows with her mother and daughter, a cherished tradition that reflects her love for the equestrian world.

Chelsea

Registered Dental Hygienist

Chelsea started her professional career as a graduate from the Monroe Community College Dental Hygiene program in 2021. Chelsea has also completed the Dental Assisting program at MCC. She has since been working as a full-time hygienist and joined the Finger Lakes Dental Care team in April 2023. She’s excited to continue to grow in her career and is committed to providing quality care to her patients. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking, and taking care of her pets Molly and Milo!

Tessa

Certified Dental Assistant

Tessa is from Henrietta, NY and works in our Canandaigua office as a dental assistant and sterilization tech. Tessa went to school at Gannon University and received a bachelors and Master’s degree in Science and played division 2 lacrosse. In her free time Tessa bartends and plays with her dog Lucy!

Carmella

Registered Dental Assistant

Carmella, is a Registered Dental Assistant and recently joined Finger Lakes Dental Care. She has more than 30 years of experience in the dental field with extensive knowledge and experience with dental implants. Carmella has over 1,000+ hours of continuing education in implantology, oral surgery and sedation dentistry. She has her phlebotomy and DANB certification as well as ACLS/ BLS certifications. She truly enjoys caring for and making patients feel comfortable in the dental office.

When Carmella is not working, she enjoys time with her family, especially her new grandson, Ben, and helping her husband with renovating their farmhouse. She enjoys the outdoors, gardening and watching movies.

Alysha

Patient Advocate

Alysha brings over four years of diverse experience in the dental field, excelling in administration, customer service, and insurance coordination. A dedicated professional, she honed her skills while attending MCC, where she completed a two-year program in Liberal Arts. When she's not at the office, Alysha is an avid traveler who loves exploring new places and soaking up different cultures. She also enjoys spending quality time in nature, taking long walks with her beloved dog, Winnie.

Eryn

Registered and Certified Dental Hygienist

Eryn began her dental career in 2009, inspired by the encouragement of her late mother. She earned her Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) certification in 2013 and became a New York State Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in 2019. Eryn joined Finger Lakes Dental Care in August 2024, bringing her skills and compassionate approach to the team.

With expertise across all areas of dentistry, Eryn is especially passionate about chairside assisting. She takes pride in helping anxious patients feel at ease, guiding them through their treatment, and empowering them with knowledge to maintain lifelong oral health.

Outside of dentistry, Eryn is a proud mom to two sons and an avid animal rescuer, a cause she has supported since 2014. In her free time, she enjoys working on cars, tackling construction projects, and staying active.

Jo

Registered Dental Hygienist

Jo grew up in Penfield and now calls West Henrietta home, where she lives with her husband and their two daughters. With over two decades of experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH), Jo is passionate about patient care, specializing in the treatment of periodontal disease to help patients achieve healthy, confident smiles.

Outside the office, Jo enjoys a lively home with three dogs and a cat. An adventurous spirit, she spends her free time seeking out thrilling rollercoasters at amusement parks, singing along to Taylor Swift, and sampling unusual foods wherever she goes.

Kristin

Registered Dental Hygienist

Kristin is a dedicated dental hygienist with over 11 years of experience in the field. Before dentistry, she worked as a phlebotomist and earned an Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies. She later graduated from Erie Community College’s Dental Hygiene program and has since pursued advanced certifications, including NYS local infiltration and nitrous oxide, as well as BLS/AED/CPR. Kristin has worked both locally and as a traveling hygienist in areas like New York City and Florida.

Currently advancing her education toward a Bachelor’s degree, Kristin is passionate about lifelong learning and exploring new opportunities in the dental and healthcare fields. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her three children, family, and friends.